A board needs to work as a team to achieve its goal, which is to keep track of company performance and advise the CEO on how to connect the business to the wider community. Having fun with your board can improve teamwork and foster an even stronger bond, however it’s essential to keep these meetings on track and productive. In this article, we’ll look at some of the best ways to run an efficient and efficient board meeting that ensures your board is making the most of its time and resources.
Limit Discussions and Reporting
Long reports can drag the board meeting down and distract from the more strategic discussions. Encourage committee chairs and officers to only share the most critical information and limit their reports to 25 percent of the time. This will allow the majority of the meeting to be used for key decisions and strategic planning.
Be clear about how decisions will Be Taken
It is essential to communicate your decision-making procedures clearly during board meetings to ensure that everyone understands what they can do. Be sure to inform your board members know ahead of time how they can participate, whether you choose to make decisions by consensus, voting or another method.
At Least Once A Year Review Your Meetings
At the end of every meeting ask your board members to write an “+” and an “-” on the back of a sticky notepad and place them at the door so that you can review their comments after the meeting. This will help you decide the things that work well and what improvements can be made to your board meetings.